Homeowner Shares The Simple Upgrade That Transformed Their Laundry Room

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If you dread the quintessential yet tedious routine of doing the laundry, the thought of stepping into the laundry room alone can start a whole new cycle of stress. Still, there is no getting around it — we all need clean clothes, and we can't let the dirty laundry pile up on the hamper, or worse, abandon it in the washing machine. Let's be real: You don't have to love the chore to get it done. But when it comes to finding ways to do the things we need to do despite the indifference and despair involved, all it really takes is some creativity and a little whimsy to get that chore checked from your to-do list. 

For those who don't rank laundry high on their list of favorite tasks, a simple lighting upgrade can help set a better mood whenever it's time to load that washing machine. Swap the usual overhead light for wall-mounted lampshades fitted with rechargeable color-changing lightbulbs, like these Depuley Battery Operated Wall Sconces. You can switch between bright, cool lights for extra visibility on stains, or warm, cozy lighting that can help make laundry less of a drag. Since this hack uses rechargeable bulbs, the upgrade requires no wiring and only occasional charging needed, so you can spruce up your laundry room effortlessly.

Light illuminates a space, but it also shapes our perceptions towards it. For example, a living room with warm lighting can look more cozy and inviting than one lit by just ceiling lights. A kitchen that brings in a lot of natural light can make meal prep more exciting, and a game night with friends can be hyped up with vibrant color-changing wall strips. Different types of lighting can totally affect one's mood and energy. In the case of the standard utilitarian laundry room, you can start the cleaning cycle under a crisp, cool light to double-check stains, and then to a soft warm light that can make folding freshly dried laundry a more relaxing ordeal.

No matter how small or simple the upgrade is, being intentional about your lighting setup is a great way for homeowners to make their everyday home life work for them, not against them. A little thoughtfulness and playfulness can go a long way — the mundane chore of putting dirty clothes in and clean clothes out can transform from a tedious cycle into an experience that can bring a little bit of joy in the home.